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EP3660262B1
EP3660262B1 EP19219493.4A EP19219493A EP3660262B1 EP 3660262 B1 EP3660262 B1 EP 3660262B1 EP 19219493 A EP19219493 A EP 19219493A EP 3660262 B1 EP3660262 B1 EP 3660262B1
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Rocky A. Turley
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    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E21—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; MINING
    • E21B—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; OBTAINING OIL, GAS, WATER, SOLUBLE OR MELTABLE MATERIALS OR A SLURRY OF MINERALS FROM WELLS
    • E21B43/00—Methods or apparatus for obtaining oil, gas, water, soluble or meltable materials or a slurry of minerals from wells
    • E21B43/02—Subsoil filtering
    • E21B43/10—Setting of casings, screens, liners or the like in wells
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E21—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; MINING
    • E21B—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; OBTAINING OIL, GAS, WATER, SOLUBLE OR MELTABLE MATERIALS OR A SLURRY OF MINERALS FROM WELLS
    • E21B17/00—Drilling rods or pipes; Flexible drill strings; Kellies; Drill collars; Sucker rods; Cables; Casings; Tubings
    • E21B17/02—Couplings; joints
    • E21B17/08—Casing joints
    • E—FIXED CONSTRUCTIONS
    • E21—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; MINING
    • E21B—EARTH OR ROCK DRILLING; OBTAINING OIL, GAS, WATER, SOLUBLE OR MELTABLE MATERIALS OR A SLURRY OF MINERALS FROM WELLS
    • E21B33/00—Sealing or packing boreholes or wells
    • E21B33/10—Sealing or packing boreholes or wells in the borehole
    • E21B33/12—Packers; Plugs
    • E21B33/1208—Packers; Plugs characterised by the construction of the sealing or packing means

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  • the present invention generally relates to a downhole seal arrangement.
  • FIG. 1 shows a seal stem disposed inside a polish bore receptacle 3 ("PBR") of the liner.
  • the seal stem includes a mandrel 10 and three assemblies 11, 12, 13 of Chevron-type seal rings disposed on a reduced diameter portion of the mandrel 10.
  • Each assembly 11, 12, 13 includes upper and lower travel stops 14, 16 attached to the mandrel 10.
  • Two stacks of oppositely facing Chevron-type seal rings 21, 23 are disposed between the travel stops 14, 16.
  • a stack of upwardly oriented seal rings 21 and a stack of downwardly oriented seal rings 22 are disposed on each side of an o-ring 23.
  • Each stack may include as many as twenty seal rings 21, 22 to provide adequate sealing with the PBR.
  • the Chevron seal rings 21, 22 are oriented in opposite directions to seal against differential pressures in either direction.
  • One of the drawbacks of this design is a reduced diameter portion 8 is created to accommodate the seal assemblies 11, 12, 13.
  • the reduced diameter portion 8 decreases the burst and collapse integrity of the mandrel 10.
  • Another drawback is one or more of the seals may roll off the seal stem during insertion, removal, or circulation.
  • CA 2 121 178 A1 discloses a wellhead seal assembly for sealing between a first pipe member and a second pipe member.
  • the first pipe member has an inside diameter and the second pipe member has an outside diameter which is smaller than the inside diameter.
  • the pipe members are arranged such that the second pipe member is positioned, at least partly, generally concentrically within the first pipe member so that an annular gap of approximately a first distance exists between the first and second pipe members.
  • the seal assembly comprises: an annular elastomeric body having, in cross-section, a generally rectangular shape comprising a first flat radial surface, a second flat radial surface, an inner axial surface, and an outer axial surface; each of the first and second flat radial surfaces has an inner end and an outer end.
  • US 4 046 405 A discloses a method and apparatus for the installation of a casing hanger supporting a string of casing downhole in an oil or gas well, for removal of the installation equipment, and for tying back the hanger to an insulated production riser extending to the surface.
  • US 3 225 566 A discloses a drill string shock absorber for use in a rotary well drilling string.
  • a sealing apparatus for sealing against an inner surface of a polished bore receptacle is provided in accordance with appended claim 1.
  • the present disclosure generally relates to a seal assembly for a downhole tool.
  • the seal assembly will be described herein in relation to a seal stem for reconnecting to a tubular such as a liner. It is to be understood, however, that the seal assembly may also be used with other downhole tools. Further, the seal assembly may be used in a downhole tool that is disposed within a cased wellbore or within an open-hole wellbore.
  • Figure 2 illustrates an example of a seal stem 100, not according to the invention.
  • the seal stem 100 may be a tubular connected to a tubular string (not shown) such as a tubing string. In another example, the seal stem 100 may be integral with the tubular string.
  • the seal stem 100 includes a mandrel 110 and one or more seal assemblies.
  • the seal stem 100 may be adapted to form a seal with a tubular in the wellbore.
  • the seal stem 100 may engage a precise bore tubular such as a polish bore receptacle ("PBR").
  • PBR polish bore receptacle
  • the precise bore tubular may include a tubular having a bore machined to a smooth finish, to a predetermined diameter, or both.
  • PBR polish bore receptacle
  • the seal stem 100 may include any suitable number of seal assemblies 120 to create a seal between mandrel 110 and the PBR.
  • Figure 3 is an enlarged view of an exemplary seal assembly 120.
  • the seal assembly 120 includes a seal ring 125 disposed in a gland 130.
  • the gland 130 may be a circumferential groove formed in the outer surface of the mandrel 110. Because the wall thickness of the mandrel 110 on each side of the seal ring 125 is retained, as indicated by reference number 108, the burst and/or collapse properties of the mandrel 110 remain substantially the same.
  • the seal assemblies 120 may be molded and bonded to the gland 120.
  • a bonding material such as glue, fastener, or other attachment means, may optionally be used to attach the seal ring 125 to the gland 130. Bonding the seal ring 125 in the gland 130 is useful to prevent the seal ring 125 from becoming unstable and swab off during movement of the seal stem 100.
  • the seal ring 125 may include an elastomeric material such as poly ether ketone ("PEEK”), polytetrafluoroethylene (“PTFE”), and combinations thereof.
  • a volume gap (not shown) may be created between the seal ring 125 and a side of the gland 130. The volume gap is configured to substantially prevent distortion of the seal ring 125 as the seal stem 100 is being inserted into the PBR 162.
  • the seal ring 125 includes one or more anti-extrusion bands, such as a first seal band 141 (first anti-extrusion band) and a second seal band 142 (second anti-extrusion band). As shown, the seal bands 141, 142 are embedded in the seal ring 125 in an upper corner of each side of the seal ring 125. In one example, the seal bands 141, 142 are disposed on an outer circumference of the seal ring 125. In another embodiment, the seal bands may be a non-elastomeric anti-extrusion band for supporting high pressure. In yet another example, the seal bands 141, 142 are springs, such as toroidal coil springs. The seal bands 141, 142 may be used to limit the extrusion of the seal ring 125 during expansion of the seal assembly 120. The seal bands 141, 142 may also be used to limit the extrusion of applied differential pressure after expansion of the seal assembly 120.
  • Figure 4 shows the seal stem 100 engaged with the PBR 162.
  • the seal ring 125 changes its configuration and occupies a portion of the gap 145 between the mandrel 110 and the PBR 162.
  • the seal ring 125 includes a protrusion for contact with the PBR 162.
  • the protrusion may be any suitable shape such as an arcuate shape, a contour, or double protrusion.
  • the protrusion has a height above the mandrel 110 that is more than the distance of the gap 145.
  • Engagement with the PBR 162 causes the elastomeric material of the seal ring 125 to redistribute along the gap 145 between mandrel 110 and the PBR 162.
  • the seal bands 141, 142 are springs, such as toroidal coil springs, which expand radially outward into the gap 145 due to the redistribution of the elastomeric material. As the springs expand radially outward, the coils of spring act as a barrier to the flow of the elastomeric material of the seal ring 125. In this manner, the seal bands 141, 142 in the seal ring 125 act as an anti-extrusion barriers.
  • seal assemblies 120 described herein provide several advantages over the prior art. For example, by preventing extrusion of the seal ring 125, the seal bands 141, 142 retain the seal ring 125 in an energized state to create a high-pressure seal between the seal assembly 120 and the PBR 162.
  • the seal assembly 120 may create a high-pressure seal in the range of 83 to 97 MPa (12,000 to 14,000 psi).
  • Another potential benefit is the seal assembly 120 does not require the mandrel 110 to include a reduced diameter portion to accommodate the seal assembly. As a result, the mandrel 110 has a higher burst and collapse property.
  • FIG. 5 illustrates an embodiment of a seal stem 200 according to the invention.
  • the seal stem 200 includes the mandrel 110 and the seal assemblies 120.
  • Each seal assembly 120 may include the first seal band 141 (first anti-extrusion band) and the second seal band 142 (second anti-extrusion band) as described herein.
  • the seal stem 200 includes a wiper ring 250 disposed adjacent each end of the seal assemblies 120.
  • the wiper ring 250 is configured to wipe (or clean) an inner surface 165 of the PBR 162 as the wiper ring 250 contacts and slides along the inner surface 165 when the seal stem 200 is inserted into the PBR 162.
  • An o-ring 245 is placed under the wiper ring 250.
  • the o-ring 245 is configured to act as a stiffener under the wiper ring 250. In other words, the o-ring 245 stiffens the wiper ring 250 by supporting a portion of the wiper ring 250.
  • the wiper ring 250 is disposed in a gland 240.
  • the gland 240 is a circumferential groove formed in the outer surface of the mandrel 110.
  • the gland 240 is shaped so as to provide support to the wiper ring 250 as the wiper ring 250 cleans the inner surface 165 of the PBR 162.
  • a volume gap 220 is created between the seal ring 125 and a side of the gland 130.
  • the volume gap 220 is used to substantially prevent distortion of the seal ring 125 as the seal stem 200 is being inserted into the PBR 162.
  • the volume gap 220 is a free-space (empty space, clearance or void) between a portion of the seal ring 125 and a portion of the gland 130 prior to the insertion of the seal stem 200 into the PBR 162.
  • the volume gap 220 is created by positioning the seal ring 125 within the gland 130 such that the seal ring 125 is spaced apart from at least one side of the gland 130.
  • volume gap 220 in Figure 6 is created by having a side of the gland 130 arranged parallel to the a side of the seal ring 125, the volume gap 220 may be created in any configuration, such as positioned at an angle, without departing from principles of the present invention. Additionally, the size of the volume gap 220 may vary depending on the configuration of the gland 130. In one embodiment, the gland 130 has 3-5% more volume due to the volume gap 220 than a standard gland without a volume gap.
  • the seal ring 125 moves into contact with the inner surface 165 of the PBR 162 to create a seal between the seal stem 200 and the PBR 162.
  • the seal ring 125 changes configuration and occupies a portion of the volume gap 220.
  • the volume gap 220 is located on the side of the seal assembly 120 which is the first portion to be in contact with the inner surface 165 of the PBR 162. The location of the volume gap 220 in the seal assembly 120 allows the seal ring 125 to change position (or reconfigure) within the gland 130 during the insertion operation. Additionally, the volume of the volume gap 220 may change during the insertion operation.
  • Figure 7 illustrates an example of a seal stem 300, not according to the invention.
  • the components in the seal stem 300 that are similar to the components in the seal stems 100, 200 will be labeled with the same reference number.
  • the seal stem 300 includes multiple sets of seal assemblies 120 on the mandrel 110. Each set includes two seal assemblies 120. It should be understood, however, that each set may include any number of seal assemblies.
  • Figure 8 illustrates an enlarged partial view of the seal stem 300 of Figure 7 .
  • the seal ring 125 includes one or more anti-extrusion bands, such as the first seal band 141 (first anti-extrusion band) and the second seal band 142 (second anti-extrusion band).
  • the seal bands 141, 142 are embedded in the seal ring 125 in an upper corner of each side of the seal ring 125.
  • the seal ring 125 is disposed in the gland 130.
  • the volume gap 220 may be created between the seal ring 125 and the side of the gland 130. The volume gap is configured to substantially prevent distortion of the seal ring 125 as the seal stem 300 is being inserted into the PBR (not shown).
  • the mandrel 110 has a first outer diameter 325 between each set of seal assemblies 120 and a second outer diameter 310 at the seal assemblies 120.
  • the first outer diameter 325 is smaller than the second outer diameter 310.
  • the mandrel 110 has a greater wall thickness (see reference number 310) at the seal assemblies 120 as compared to the wall thickness (see reference number 325) between each set of seal assemblies 120.
  • the increased wall thickness at the seal assemblies 120 provides support to the seal assemblies 120 as the seal stem 300 is being inserted into the PBR (not shown). Further, the increased wall thickness at the seal assemblies 120 minimizes the gap (reference number 145 on Figure 4 ) between the mandrel 110 and the PBR.
  • the smaller gap may be used to limit the extrusion of the seal ring 125 as the seal stem 300 is being inserted into the PBR.
  • the smaller gap may also be used to limit the extrusion of the seal ring 125 when the seal assemblies 120 are subjected to high differential pressure after the seal stem 300 has been inserted into the PBR.
  • the seal assemblies 120 will be able to withstand a higher differential pressure above and/or below the seal assemblies 120 with the smaller gap, as described herein, as compared to seal assemblies that do not have the smaller gap.
  • the smaller diameter 325 between each set of seal assemblies 120 increases the clearance between the seal stem 300 and the PBR along a substantial portion of the seal stem 300. The increased clearance between the seal stem 300 and the PBR minimizes the risk of the seal stem 300 of becoming stuck (or jammed) when the seal stem 300 is being inserted into the PBR.

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  1. Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) zum Abdichten gegen eine Innenfläche einer polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) in einem Bohrloch, wobei die Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) Folgendes umfasst:
    eine Spindel (110) mit einer oder mehreren Dichtungsanordnungen (120), wobei jede Dichtungsanordnung (120) in einer jeweiligen Umfangsdichtungsnut (130) angeordnet ist, die in einer Außenfläche der Spindel (110) ausgebildet ist;
    zwei Abstreifringe (250), wobei jeder Abstreifring (250) in einer jeweiligen umlaufenden Abstreifringnut (240) angeordnet ist, die in der Außenfläche der Spindel (110) ausgebildet ist, wobei jeder Abstreifring (250) konfiguriert ist, um die Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) abzustreifen, wenn die Spindel (110) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162) eingeführt wird;
    wobei jede Dichtungsanordnung (120) der einen oder mehreren Dichtungsanordnungen (120) einen Dichtungsring (125) mit einem oder mehreren Anti-Extrusionsbändern (141, 142) umfasst, die in den Dichtungsring (125) eingebettet sind, wobei jeder Dichtungsring (125) konfiguriert ist, um während des Einsetzens der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162) mit der Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) in Kontakt zu treten und diese abzudichten;
    wobei in jeder Dichtungsnut (130) ein Volumenspalt (220) zwischen einer Seite jedes Dichtungsrings (125) und einer Seite der jeweiligen Dichtungsnut (130) definiert ist;
    wobei jeder Abstreifring (250) derart angeordnet ist, dass jede Dichtungsanordnung (120) in Längsrichtung zwischen den zwei Abstreifringen (250) angeordnet ist; und
    wobei in jeder Abstreifringnut (240) ein jeweiliger O-Ring (245) radial unter jedem Abstreifring (250) angeordnet ist.
  2. Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) nach Anspruch 1, wobei jede Dichtungsnut (130) aufgrund jedes Volumenspalts (220) 3-5% mehr Volumen hat als eine Nut ohne Volumenspalt.
  3. Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) nach Anspruch 1, wobei während des Einsetzens der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162) jeder Dichtungsring (125) seine Konfiguration ändert und einen Abschnitt jedes jeweiligen Volumenspalts (220) einnimmt, wenn jeder Dichtungsring (125) die Innenfläche (165) der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) kontaktiert, um eine Dichtung zwischen jeder Dichtungsanordnung (120) und der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) zu erzeugen.
  4. Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, wobei jeder O-Ring (245) jeden jeweiligen Abstreifring (250) versteift, indem er einen Abschnitt jedes jeweiligen Abstreifrings (250) stützt.
  5. Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche, wobei jede Abstreifringnut (240) so geformt ist, dass sie eine Abstützung für jeden jeweiligen Abstreifring (250) bereitstellt.
  6. Verfahren zum Erzeugen einer Dichtung zwischen einer Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) nach einem der vorhergehenden Ansprüche und einer polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162), umfassend:
    Einsetzen der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162);
    Reinigen einer Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162), wenn ein führender der beiden Abstreifringe (250) der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) die Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) kontaktiert, wenn die Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162) eingesetzt wird; und
    Erzeugen der Dichtung zwischen der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) und der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162), wenn die eine oder die mehreren Dichtungsanordnungen (120) mit der Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) in Eingriff kommen, wenn die Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162) eingesetzt wird.
  7. Verfahren nach Anspruch 6, wobei während des Einsetzens der Dichtungsvorrichtung (200) in die polierte Bohrungsaufnahme (162), wenn jeder Dichtungsring (125) die Innenfläche der polierten Bohrungsaufnahme (162) kontaktiert, jeder Dichtungsring (125) seine Konfiguration ändert und einen Abschnitt jedes jeweiligen Volumenspalts (220) einnimmt.
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